Can I keep chickens in Niagara Falls, NY?
No — Niagara Falls does not allow backyard chickens in residential zones. (Codified Ordinances Ch. 704 (Fowl), verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | No |
|---|---|
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Code section | Codified Ordinances Ch. 704 (Fowl) |
Niagara Falls Codified Ordinances Ch. 704 (Fowl) makes it unlawful to keep chickens or other fowl in residential, commercial, or manufacturing districts. A February 2023 proposal that would have allowed five laying hens per dwelling (no roosters; neighbor consent; annual fee) was rejected by the City Council 3-2, leaving the existing prohibition in place. Backyard chickens are not permitted.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Niagara Falls?
No — chickens are not allowed in Niagara Falls (Codified Ordinances Ch. 704 (Fowl)).
Are roosters allowed in Niagara Falls?
No — roosters are prohibited in Niagara Falls.
What law covers backyard chickens in Niagara Falls?
Codified Ordinances Ch. 704 (Fowl). Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Codified Ordinances Ch. 704 (Fowl) — read the official code
“A closely divided City Council voted 3-2 Wednesday night to reject a proposed new ordinance that would have allowed residents to keep a limited number of laying chickens within the city limits.” source
“While the new ordinance would have stricken the current prohibition on raising chickens in the Falls, it would have left in place bans on keeping bees, having pigeons, geese, ducks and turkeys and raising livestock.” source
Last verified June 13, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code. How we verify →
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